Spring Showing at Homes Expands in Open Spaces
In unincorporated areas residents face the ups and downs of living with fewer municipal services. A broader edition of the Spring Showing at Homes highlights listings and market activity across rural and fringe communities.
Heavenly Angel Cards inspire new trend and media buzz
Readers explore the mystery behind angel cards as a popular trend. The piece notes the vivid imagery and uplifting messages attracting enthusiasts and casual observers alike while referencing Dimensions as a source or point of discussion.
See Myra Guindon Political Bytes Column
Myra Guindon offers inside information on the political world in her Political Bytes column with insights and analysis to readers. Page A 13 reference included for further detail.
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Myra Guindon
USA
Endorsements Complete for Local Offices and Issues
With Tuesday's consolidated elections looming, the paper concludes its endorsements for local offices and on local issues, signaling voters to review Page A-12 for details.
Ticktock spring forward reminder and contact numbers
A brief note emphasizes turning clocks ahead one hour for daylight saving. It lists phone numbers 755 6161 for main, 755 3344 and 755 3993 for circulation and classifieds. The message reads like a local newspaper blurb urging readers to adjust and contact departments.
Matteson election back on after appellate ruling
The Illinois Appellate Court ruled the Matteson Electoral Board acted properly in February and upheld removal of Lamar and Vanessa Chapman from the ballot for failing to file a statement of economic interest. The decision allows the April 4 municipal election to proceed with Village President Mark Stricker and Village Clerk Donna Brumfield deemed impartial hearing officers. The ruling supports the board’s due process and costs of the legal action, totaling about $1,000, as taxpayers’ funds were spent this week.
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Illinois Appellate Court
First District
Cook County
William Cousins
Mark Stricker
Stricker
Matteson
Lamar
Vanessa Chapman
Matteson Board
Circuit Court
Donna Brumfield
Chapmans
Rich East principal resigns amid district probe
Rich Township District 227 officials say about 20,000 has been recovered from former Rich East Principal Brian Barry, who has repaid funds misused. Barry, earning 80,000 a year, resigned effective June 30 after month-long investigations by the district and an outside firm. The findings will be sent to the Cook County State's Attorney. no charges have been filed as of Friday.
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Rich Township
Rich East
Brian Barry
Barry
District 227
District 227 Board of Education
Cook County
Barrys
Judith Lohr
Board of Education
Falcon Crest Estates delay continues over village vote
Richton Park developers await Monday approval to finalize Unit III of Falcon Crest after last week’s absence prevented a 75 percent village board vote on streets and alleys vacation. Dispute over what counts as usable land and changes in village staff complicate final clearance despite Marske meeting requirements.
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Falcon Crest Estates
Richton Park
Emil Marski
Falcon Crest
Marski
Planning and Zoning Commission
John Murphey
Marske
Rudolph Banovich
David Niemeyer
Chris Limas
Pat Ryan
Niemeyer
Banovich
Will County rolls out gang suppression unit plan
Will County Sheriff Brendan Ward announced a new gang suppression unit to target hard core gang members and harassers. Lt. Paul Kaupas will lead, with Sgt. Nick Ficarello assisting, and three deputies joining, as the unit could start by end of April and may operate across municipalities with approval without additional county funding.
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Will County
Brendan Ward
Sheriff's Police
Ward
Will County Sheriffs Department
Paul Kaupas
Sheriffs Police
Sheriffs
Nick Ficarello
Kaupas
Park Forest trims nonresident golf fees at Hidden Meadows
Park Forest Village Board narrowly approved an amended fee schedule keeping non residents at the same rates as residents at Hidden Meadows Golf Club this summer. The 4-3 vote sets weekday fees at 6.50 for nine holes and 10.50 for 18, with weekend rates 8.50 for nine and 13.50 for 18, reflecting modest increases and a transition year.
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Hidden Meadows
Park Foresters
Park Forest Village
Anthony Petersen
Thomas DeHahn
Kenneth Kramer
Petersen
Pat Kelly
Kelly
Adrienne River
Alicia Rodman McCray
Jon Steinmetz
John Joyce
Recreation and Parks
Joyce
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Robin Tank
Cook County Circuit Court
Matteson Electoral Board
Matthew Wagstaff
Olympia Fields
Minois
Park Forest
United
Dave Dorsett
Alberta
H. Leak
By Phil Rockrohr